Moneyline Favors Atlanta Braves in MLB Battle with New York Mets

The Atlanta Braves will look to improve on a 27-34 record when they take on the New York Mets, a key part of the MLB betting odds line up on Sunday.

New York puts its faith in starter Seth Lugo to earn a win and boost his personal mark of 0-0. Getting the ball for the Atlanta Braves is Jaime Garcia, who owns a 2-4 record on the season with a 3.21 ERA.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Those going with the Atlanta Braves in this one found them listed on the odds board as moneyline favorites of -115 at Sportsbook for Sunday's contest. The betting total was hovering near 9.5 at Sportsbook.

Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 4.8-3.8 victory for the Braves. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

New York Mets vs Atlanta Braves Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Atlanta Braves sport a record of 27-34 heading into this matchup, while the New York Mets sit at 27-33 on the season Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Atlanta vs New York injuries news.

This game matches up the No. 17 (Atlanta Braves) and the No. 21 (New York Mets) teams, according to our current MLB Power Rankings.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Atlanta Braves No. 18-rated offense, averaging 4.46 runs per game, against a New York Mets defense that ranks No. 28 at 5.27 in runs allowed per game. The Atlanta Braves have averaged 9.13 hits per game so far, more than New York Mets batters have averaged on the year (8.5 hits per game).

Comparing defensive stats, New York owns the No. 29-rated road mark, allowing 5.67 runs per game on the highway. Atlanta, on the other hand, rates No. 22 in scoring at home.